PS 16 Nancy Debenedittis School (the)

PS 16 Nancy DeBenedittis School serves 997 students in grades kindergarten through fifth in Corona, Queens. With 79 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.6:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, the school shows mixed performance with 51% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts, while mathematics presents an area with room for growth at 42% proficiency.

The school ranks in the 48th percentile among New York elementary schools, placing it at #2454 out of 4758 schools statewide. The school draws from a diverse working-class neighborhood where families demonstrate strong commitment to their community despite economic challenges. The surrounding area has a median household income of $69,391 and serves a population of over 112,000 residents.

While only 14% of neighborhood adults hold bachelor's degrees, this reflects the immigrant heritage of many Corona families who prioritize their children's educational advancement. Located in one of Queens' most culturally rich neighborhoods, PS 16 sits in the heart of Corona, an area known for its vibrant Latino community and proximity to Flushing Meadows Corona Park, providing students with both urban amenities and green space for recreation.